Most people think of dreams as random stories the mind invents at night. But modern research shows that dreaming—especially during REM sleep—plays a vital role in keeping the brain and body healthy. From memory and creativity to stress relief and immune balance, dreaming is an essential part of human wellness. Why Dreaming Matters Memory Consolidation […]
When most people think about chiropractic care, they picture spinal adjustments and realignment. What often gets overlooked is how important the feet are to the entire structural system. Your feet form the foundation of your posture, and if that foundation is unstable, it can set off a chain reaction of stress and imbalance all the […]
The brain is the most metabolically active organ in the body, using about 20% of your daily energy. Protecting it from degeneration requires both fueling it properly and limiting harmful exposures. Research increasingly shows that the right dietary fats can nourish brain cells and reduce dementia risk, while toxins like alcohol, cigarettes, and marijuana can […]
Courtesy of: John H. Keefe III, D.C. (918) 663-1111 CHIROPRACTIC: Chiropractic adjustments to the rib cage can be surprisingly helpful for a variety of issues. Here's how they might help, depending on the situation: 1. Relieving Rib or Chest Pain ometimes, ribs can become slightly misaligned at the joint where they connect to the spine […]
Auriculotherapy or ear acupuncture) is a natural treatment system based on the idea that the outer ear is a microsystem reflecting the entire body. By stimulating specific ear points—using needles, acupressure seeds, electrical impulses, or lasers—practitioners aim to influence corresponding organs, systems, or functions. Here are the main benefits supported by clinical use and growing […]
Pain is one of the body’s most important signals. It’s the body’s way of saying, “Something is wrong—pay attention.” Unfortunately, modern healthcare too often suppresses pain with medications instead of asking why it is there. By digging deeper, we find that pain is frequently connected to structural misalignments, chronic inflammation, dehydration, and faulty lifestyle choices. […]
What ADHD is (in plain English) ADHD is a neurodevelopmental condition—think “brain wiring + chemistry differences”—that affects executive functions (attention, working memory, impulse control). Genetics play a big role, and core circuits are fronto-striatal networks that rely on dopamine and norepinephrine. That’s why stimulant medicines help many people—but they’re not the only tools. Common co-travelers […]
Courtesy of: John H. Keefe III, D.C. (918) 663-1111 WHAT COULD GO WRONG DEPARTMENT: LAB-GROWN MILK IS BEING FAST-TRACKED INTO MASS PRODUCTION Lab-grown "UnReal Milk" is being developed by Brown Foods using mammalian cells in bioreactors. It’s marketed as environmentally friendly despite lacking comprehensive safety testing. Other companies like Perfect Day are creating synthetic dairy […]
Mood disorders such as anxiety and depression have become some of the most common health challenges in modern society. While mainstream medicine often turns quickly to pharmaceutical intervention, the reality is that anxiety and depression are multifactorial. They involve not only brain chemistry but also nervous system function, nutrition, gut health, stress load, and lifestyle. […]
Courtesy of: John H. Keefe III, D.C. (918) 663-1111 IN THE NEWS REPORT DETAILS CAUSAL LINK BETWEEN ALCOHOL CONSUMPTION AND CANCER Alcohol consumption is linked to at least seven types of cancer, including breast, liver and colorectal cancers, with even small amounts increasing risk. Acetaldehyde, a toxic byproduct of alcohol metabolism, directly damages DNA and […]
August 4, 2025 — A groundbreaking study out of UW Medicine has revealed that the hormone leptin may hold the key to controlling blood sugar levels in Type 1 diabetes — without the need for insulin. While leptin is most often recognized as a hormone that regulates appetite and metabolism, new findings suggest it may […]
Courtesy of: John H. Keefe III, D.C. (918) 663-1111 IN THE NEWS: HOW CIGARETTE SMOKE WEAKENS LUNG IMMUNITY AND FUELS CHRONIC INFLAMMATION Cigarette smoke contains over 20,000 harmful chemicals that weaken immune cells and promote chronic inflammation. Long-term exposure to smoking impairs the function of T cells, macrophages and other immune cells, leaving your body […]
Health is not a random occurrence—it is the natural and normal state of the human body. When the body is nourished properly, kept in alignment, detoxified, well-rested, and supported mentally and spiritually, it functions optimally. Disease and dysfunction arise when these natural processes are disrupted—not because the body is drug-deficient. Unfortunately, much of today’s healthcare system […]
In chiropractic philosophy, the human body is viewed as a self-regulating, self-healing organism, governed by an intrinsic wisdom known as innate intelligence. This innate intelligence uses the nervous system as its primary communication network, coordinating every cell, tissue, and organ in the body. When the nervous system functions without interference, the body can adapt, repair, and thrive. But […]
Courtesy of: John H. Keefe III, D.C. (918) 663-1111 IN THE NEWS: SLIM DOWN WITHOUT EXERCISE? THE NEAT EFFECT EXPLAINED Fidgeting and everyday movements contribute to non-exercise activity thermogenesis (NEAT), which is the energy your body uses for activities other than formal exercise, sleeping and eating; it helps maintain a healthy weight. These small movements […]